1954 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1991 Ford Corsair is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Corsair weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1991 Ford Corsair | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Corsair |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |